Biochemistries

/ˌbaɪoʊˈkɛmɪstriz/ noun

Definition

Plural of biochemistry; the different chemical processes found in different organisms or systems.

Etymology

Plural form of biochemistry (bio- 'life' + chemistry). Allows discussion of multiple distinct biochemical systems, since different organisms have variations in how they process chemicals.

Kelly Says

A human's biochemistry works differently from a bacteria's biochemistry, which is why antibiotics can kill bacteria without harming us—they target bacterial chemistry specifically.

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